January 18th, 2011 
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These are some great plus size dresses that are available for a good price. Plus size dresses are a great new type of dress. They enable women of any size to look elegant and formal, no matter what size they are.
Learning to appreciate your body and the curves you have is one step towards the right direction. The next step comes in knowing what looks good on your body and how you can wear it with confidence.
Finding the right dress for a plus size body is essential so that you end up emphasising your strong points and downplaying your weaknesses.
Some of the most important steps to finding the perfect dress are:
1. Find out your body size. Once you know what size of dress fits best, you will be better suited to pick the correct dresses even while shopping online. The end result is that you will have less store returns and achieve more satisfaction from your purchases.
2. Wear dresses that flatter your body type. To do this, you will need to first of all find out whether you are a pear shape, apple shape, box shape or any of the other variety of body shapes we have out there. This will assist you to pick clothes that help show off your best features and hide the weaker points.
3. There is a difference between plus size and over size dresses. Do not wear clothes that are too big or too small. You may think that an oversize dress hides your extra weight but in reality, it just makes you look bigger and sloppy. Smaller dresses make you uncomfortable which means you spend more time tugging and pulling on them and draws attention to your discomfort.
Some great dresses that will flatter your plus size figure and ensure you get the right attention are:
1. Plus Size Alexandra Gathered Dress
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The first feature that is most noticeable on this dress is the gathers and folds which are placed strategically over areas of the body that are usually unflattering. Its spandex material and the flattering lines around the tummy area work to create the illusion of a smaller and more defined waistline.
The sleeves are made such that you can show off your upper arms while still maintaining some cover to achieve a look that shows just the right amount of skin.
This dress comes in three colours namely, red, purple and a black variation which you can use as your LBD.
Kiyonna prices this sophisticated piece at $128 which is quite reasonable because as you can see, it is one of those versatile dresses which can be worn to almost any event or occasion.
http://www.amazon.com/Plus-Alexandra-Gathered-Dress-Black/dp/B003LM4PAU/ref=sr_1_101?s=apparel&qlEnable=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1302617637&sr=1-101
2. Plus Size Tiered Shift Maxi Dress
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During the summer months or even spring, you need at least one or two maxi dresses to wear while you’re up and about for comfort also and also to emphasise your femininity. Maxi dresses are also rather versatile as they allow you to breathe during the hot months while paired with a pair of flat open sandals and can be paired with boots and a jacket during winter for warmth.
This particular tiered maxi dress from Roamans comes in black and chartreuse as seen in the picture above and flatters almost all plus size body types. It has delicate details which show off femininity while still keeping it simple such as puffy sleeves and tiered hems with crochet trims.
Its made from knit pullover and goes for between $39.99 and $44.99 depending on which size you pick out of the many options you have.
http://www.amazon.com/Roamans-Tiered-Shift-Dress-CHARTREUSE/dp/B004QS1XK8/ref=sr_1_235?s=apparel&qlEnable=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1302674177&sr=1-235
3. Pink Paisley Plus Size Smock Dress
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This light girly dress can be worn in so many ways which makes it a great add to your wardrobe. Let us count the ways:
- It can be worn as a dress as shown in the picture
- As a skirt by tucking in the thin halter straps and pulling the elastic part over your tummy
- As a cover up at the beach over your swimming costume
- Or as a top paired with a pair of jeans or tights
When worn as a dress, it hides your tummy with its empire waist design which shows off your bust and then skims over your midsection and thighs.
You would think this gem might cost a lot but to the contrary, it is a great bargain at only $19.99 from Beach Belle®
http://www.amazon.com/Refined-Coverage-Paisley-Beach-Belle%C2%AE/dp/B004P9E2BK/ref=sr_1_222?s=apparel&qlEnable=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1302674177&sr=1-222
4. Plus Size Knit Dress with Border Print
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You do not have to stick to long trousers or jeans during the winter to keep warm. This knit dress allows you to still keep it feminine and flowery while ensuring you still stay warm.
It has sleeves which cover three quarters of your arms, an empire waist design to again emphasise your strong points and detract from any bodily flaws and a beautiful delicate flowery print over the border of its long skirt and the bodice.
Pair this dress with a nice pair of boots to give off a casual hobo chic look for $26.24 from Jessica London.
http://www.amazon.com/Jessica-London-Dress-Border-Print/dp/B004QD7ER4/ref=sr_1_170?s=apparel&qlEnable=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1302674075&sr=1-170
5. Plus Size Navy Drape One Shoulder Dress
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Now here is a sexy, sophisticated dress for the plus size woman who wants to flaunt her curves. This dress is made from polyester and spandex which both skim over your curves while offering the support needed for any plus size body.
Its single off shoulder strap has a design that appears to run down all the way around your waist in an asymmetrical pattern while showing off your neck, bust line and arms.
Show off your curves in this alluring piece from Torrid for $58.50
http://www.amazon.com/Navy-Drape-One-Shoulder-Dress/dp/B004Q8LCB8/ref=sr_1_18?s=apparel&qlEnable=1&ie=UTF8&qid=1302617434&sr=1-18
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